Kramer UTBUS-1XL User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
MODULAR UTBUS-1xl
Under the Table Connection
Bus
P/N: 2900-300076 Rev 2

UTBUS-1xl – Contents i
Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Glossary 2
3Overview 3
4Your UTBUS-1xl Enclosure 4
4.1 Power Socket Options 5
4.2 Power Cord Options 6
5Installing the UTBUS-1xl 7
5.1 Installing the Required Wall Plate Inserts 7
5.2 Installing the Cables 8
5.3 Connect the Kramer TOOL or Pico TOOL (Optional) 8
5.4 Securing the UTBUS-1xl Enclosure to the Table 10
6Technical Specifications of the Assembled UTBUS-1xl 11
Figures
Figure 1: UTBUS-1xl under a Table 3
Figure 2: UTBUS-1xl Under the Table Connection Bus 4
Figure 3: Installing a Kramer TOOL 9
Figure 4: Securing the UTBUS-1xl to the Underneath of the Table 10

UTBUS-1xl - Introduction 1
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1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been
providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of
problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting
professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded
most of our line, making the best even better!
Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined
by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers, GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix
Switchers, GROUP 3: Control Systems, GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters,
GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters, GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products,
GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers, GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors,
GROUP 9: Room Connectivity, GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters and
GROUP 11: Sierra Products.
Thank you for purchasing the Kramer UTBUS-1xl,which is ideal for boardrooms,
conference and training rooms!

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2 Getting Started
We recommend that you:
•Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging
materials for possible future shipment
•Review the contents of this user manual
•Use Kramer high-performance high-resolution cables
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Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com to check for up-to-date
user manuals, a complete list of Kramer wall plates and module
connectors, application programs, and to check if firmware
upgrades are available (where appropriate).
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
•Use only good quality connection cables to avoid interference, deterioration
in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often
associated with low quality cables)
•Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality
•Position your Kramer UTBUS-1xl away from moisture, excessive sunlight
and dust
2.2 Glossary
Universal socket The Universal socket fits almost all power cords, worldwide
Insert The insert is fitted in the inner frame. Go to our Web site to check for a
variety of single and dual sized inserts

UTBUS-1xl - Overview 3
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3 Overview
The UTBUS-1xl is a furniture-mounted connection bus that is easily installed
underneath a wooden table or podium top. The unit is sturdy, cost-effective, and
easy to install.
The UTBUS-1xl:
•Includes two permanent components suitable for connecting a PC: one
15-pin HD connector and one stereo audio 3.5mm mini jack
•Is modular in design, letting you install up to four wall plate inserts, according
to your requirements
•Has a power socket opening that is suitable for any of the following power
sockets: for the USA, Germany (the Europlug), Belgium-France, Italy,
Australia, Israel, South Africa or “Universal” for use anywhere (see
compatibility restrictions in Section 6)
Order the power sockets separately from Kramer Electronics
•Lets you install a Kramer TOOL or Pico TOOL inside the body of the
UTBUS-1xl
Figure 1: UTBUS-1xl under a Table

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4 Your UTBUS-1xl Enclosure
Figure 2: UTBUS-1xl Under the Table Connection Bus
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Feature
Function
1 Blank Plates Four blank covers that can be replaced with wall plate
inserts as required (see Section 5.1)
2 Computer Graphics 15-pin
HD (female / female)
Connector
For pass-through computer graphics signals
3 3.5mm stereo Audio
(Female / Female)
Connector
For pass-through audio signals
4 Universal Power Socket Suitable for international power requirements (available
with other types of power sockets)
5 Outer Rim For mounting under the table
6 TOOL Mounting Holes (8) Screw in the appropriate holes to install a Kramer TOOL
or Pico TOOL
7 Tie Holes (12) Insert the self-locking tie through the holes to fix the pass-
through cables to the inside walls of the UTBUS-1xl
8 Rim Screw Holes (4) For fixing the UTBUS-1xl under the table (including two
open screw holes)

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4.1 Power Socket Options
A choice of power sockets per inner frame is available in several versions, including
power sockets for the USA, Germany (the Europlug), Belgium-France, Italy, South
Africa, Israel and Australia. A “Universal” socket for general use is also available
(see the compatibility restrictions in the table below).
Power Socket
Type
Power Specs Power Socket
Type
Power Specs
Universal:
TS/1U (80-000899)
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz,
5A
Maximum 5A per power
outlet
Fully compatible with power plugs in the
UK, India, Italy and Denmark, as well as
with the 2-prong Europlug.
Partially compatible (if the polarity is
reversed) with plugs in China, Switzerland,
Israel and the USA. The universal socket
does not supply grounding to plugs in
Central Europe and France and so you
should order country specific sockets
instead.
Not compatible with South African plugs.
Power Socket
Type
Power Specs Power
Socket Type
Power Specs
USA:
TS-1US (80-000999)
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A per power
outlet
Italy:
TS-1IT (80-001499)
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A per power
outlet
Germany and
EU:
TS-1DE (80-001299)
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A per power
outlet
Australia:
TS-1AU (80-001599)
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A per power
outlet
Belgium and
France:
TS-1FR (80-001399)
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A per power
outlet
Israel:
TS-1IL (80-001799)
220V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A per power
outlet
South Africa
TS-1ZA (80-001699)
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A per power
outlet

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4.2 Power Cord Options
You can order any of the following power cords to use with a modular TBUS:
Power Cord Type Description P/N
6ft/110V (North America) C-AC/US (110V) 91-000099
6ft/125V (Japan) C-AC/JP (125V) 91-000699
6ft/220V (Europe) C-AC/EU (220V) 91-000199
6ft/220V (Israel) C-AC/IL (220V) 91-000999
6ft/250V (UK) C-AC/UK (250V) 91-000299
6ft/250V (India) C-AC/IN (250V) 91-001099
6ft/250V/10A (China) C-AC/CN (250V) 91-001199
6ft/250V/10A (South Africa) C-AC/ZA (250V) 91-001299

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5 Installing the UTBUS-1xl
This section describes how to:
•Install the required wall plate insert items, see Section 5.1
•Install the cables, see Section 5.2
•Connect the Kramer TOOL or Pico TOOL (optional), see Section 5.3
•Secure the unit under the table, see Section 5.4
5.1 Installing the Required Wall Plate Inserts
By default, the mounting surface includes a power socket opening and four blank
plates for optional video, audio and network connectors. Each blank plate can be
removed and replaced with a Kramer passive wall plate insert or connector
module for interfacing A/V type signals, if required. To install a wall plate insert or
connector module, do the following:
1. Unscrew the two screws
that attach the blank
plate to the connecting
surface and remove the
blank plate (save the
two screws).
2. Place the required wall
plate insert item over
the opening.